Gonzalo Jimenez

The case documents the strategic options open to Quiñenco, the quoted holding company 82% owned by the Luksic family, in its ambition to become a major multilatina. Their successful strategy has been to acquire under-valued companies, enhance their assets and sell them for a gain. However, the stock price of Quiñenco has languished since the initial IPO in July 1997.

Published 15 Apr 2002

Reference 4995

Topic Strategy

Region South America

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The case describes AOL Latin America, a joint venture with Venezuela's Cisneros Group. It highlights the challenges faced by AOL, a leading brand, into entering emerging markets. AOL was a latecomer in Latin American Internet and had a difficult debut in Brazil after a challenging Initial Public Offering.

Published 08 Jan 2001

Reference 4958

Topic Strategy

Region South America

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